Erika Levin, Ari Stern and Samantha Kunin | Fox Rothschild Why strategic drafting of dispute resolution clauses is essential in high-stakes dealmaking The most expensive clause in a contract may be the one nobody notices until a substantial disagreement arises — the dispute resolution clause. A poorly chosen forum or process can add years of… Continue reading The Clause That Can Cost The Most If You Get It Wrong
Month: October 2025
From Assistive To Autonomous: The Next Steps In Construction’s Al Journey
Pankaj Bhagat and Naman Gupta | Alvarez and Marsal A revolutionizing industries worldwide, yet construction – held back by fragmented adoption and siloed digital tools continues to trail behind. While many firms have experimented with foundational and generative Al (GenAI), scaling beyond isolated use cases remains a challenge. Illustrating the same, recent research found that… Continue reading From Assistive To Autonomous: The Next Steps In Construction’s Al Journey
The Failure to Pursue a Construction Lien Does Not Create a “Gotcha” Arguement
David Adelstein | Florida Construction Legal Updates Just because a party does not pursue its lien rights, or waives it lien rights, or satisfies its lien, does NOT mean the party is foreclosed of its other rights, such as breach of contract or unjust enrichment. Florida’s Construction Lien Law even states that it is “cumulative to… Continue reading The Failure to Pursue a Construction Lien Does Not Create a “Gotcha” Arguement
AI Bidding Errors: Who Bears The Risk?
Robert H. Bell and Michael Ferri | Duane Morris Artificial intelligence (“AI”) is rapidly making its way into the construction bidding process. Contractors now use AI-powered estimating software to perform quantity takeoffs and analyze costs with unprecedented speed. According to the drafting and engineering software giant Autodesk, estimating teams are increasingly using AI and automation,… Continue reading AI Bidding Errors: Who Bears The Risk?
Four Steps to Effectively Manage Rising Risk of Construction Liability Claims
David Chmiel | Construction Executive Liability claims in construction are increasing in frequency and complexity. Make sure your company is prepared to wade through the legal waters. A priority for every construction firm, regardless of size, is the effective management of risk. The industry is rife with dangers, more than any other. Too often, risks—of… Continue reading Four Steps to Effectively Manage Rising Risk of Construction Liability Claims